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**Only One In The Room**

Hosted by Laura Cathcart Robbins, a writer and a recovery thriver and survivor, Laura found herself in an all too familiar position. In September 2018, she was the only black woman in the room at Brave Magic, a famed writer’s retreat. After it was over, she wrote about her “only one” experience in The Huffington Post and comments started flooding into her DM. These comments were from people from all races, ethnicities, creeds, and nationalities who had felt “othered”. Laura beautifully interviews a person about their Only One story each episode and addresses as many of those DM’s as possible in the process. In this podcast, you’ll hear raw, vulnerable accounts from people who are, like most of us, just eager to connect. Our hope is that The Only One In The Room will inspire a change of perspective in how we all see and hear each other’s stories. We want you to think twice before judging the person standing next to you at a party, in the pick-up line at school, or in a crowded subway car. This is a podcast for anyone who has ever felt alone in a room full of people – which is to say, that this podcast is for everyone.

Latest Episodes:

SUNDAY EDITION: Eden Robinson Is The Only One Reclaiming The Word Lesbian Feb 12, 2023

Show notes

Eden Robinson is a writer, body-positive personal trainer, and a proud and out lesbian.

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IG: @writing.eden, @fangirlfit

Watch Laura's new TEDx Talk: Confessions From The Only One In The Room

PATREON SHOUT OUTS:

Thanks to Kathleen Hahn

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Become an Only One In The Room patron by joining us on Patreon! Starting at only $5.00 per month, you’ll get bonus content, access to outtakes that the general public will NEVER see, extremely cool merch, and depending on what tier you get, monthly hang time with Scott and Laura. Join our Patreon today at https://www.patreon.com/theonlyonepodcast

Be sure not to miss our weekly full episodes on Tuesdays, Scott Talks on Wednesdays and our brand new series On My Nightstand on Fridays by subscribing to the show wherever you listen to podcasts.

Join our Only One In The Room Facebook Group if you'd like to ask a question of any of our upcoming guests for this series.

Also visit the website www.theonlyonepod.com for the latest from our host Laura Cathcart Robbins like featured articles and more.

We love hearing from you in the comments on iTunes and while you're there don't forget to rate us, subscribe and share the show!

All of us at The Only One In The Room wish you safety and wellness during this challenging time.

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Scott Talks to Mary Alice Hostetter Feb 08, 2023

Show notes

Scott Slaughter co-host and producer of The Only One In The Room has a short and casual, yet deep conversation with our guest Mary Alice Hostetter right after the show.

Watch Laura's new TEDx Talk: Confessions From The Only One In The Room

PATREON SHOUT OUTS:

Thanks to Kathleen Hahn

Join our Patreon:

Don't miss our new Friday series On My Nightstand.

Be sure to join our Facebook Group for the most up-to-date info on guests, episodes and more.

You can also DM us on Instagram @theonlyoneintheroom or email us via the website at www.theonlyonepod.com

Also visit the website for the latest from our host Laura Cathcart Robbins like live events, appearances, featured articles and more.

We love hearing from you in the comments on iTunes and while you're there don't forget to rate us, subscribe and share the show!

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Mary Alice Hostetter Is The Only Gay Mennonite Woman in the Room Episode 156 Feb 07, 2023

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What if all your peers were crushing on each other, but you never even thought about romance until you were in your twenties?

Author Mary Alice Hostetter grew up in a Mennonite family in Lancaster Pennsylvania and attributed her lack of interest in dating to the fact that “mister right” just hadn’t come along yet.

But what would you do if when you were finally struck by cupids arrow, it was a woman and not a man that you were attracted to? Would you suppress your feelings fearing what your parents and eleven brothers and sisters might say? Or would you decide to pursue a romance with the one you wanted?

More From Mary Alice Hostetter:

Visit: www.maryalicehostetter.com

Read: Plain: A Memoir of Mennonite Girlhood

Finding Mary Alice Hostetter:

Instagram: @maryalicehostetter

Watch Laura's new TEDx Talk: Confessions From The Only One In The Room

PATREON SHOUT OUTS:

Thanks to Kathleen Hahn

Join our Patreon:

Be sure not to miss Scott Talks on Wednesdays, our Sunday release called Sunday Edition & our brand new series On My Nightstand releasing on Fridays by subscribing to the show wherever you listen to podcasts.

Join our Only One In The Room Facebook Group if you'd like to ask a question of any of our upcoming guests for this series.

Also visit the website www.theonlyonepod.com for the latest from our host Laura Cathcart Robbins like featured articles and more.

We love hearing from you in the comments on iTunes and while you're there don't forget to rate us, subscribe and share the show!

All of us at The Only One In The Room wish you safety and wellness during this challenging time.

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SUNDAY EDITION: Justine Evirs Is The Only Biracial, Bisexual, Rape Survivor, Recovering Binge-eater, Alcoholic Military Veteran Feb 05, 2023

Show notes

Justine Evirs is an Author, Entrepreneur, Stanford University Graduate School of Business Alumni, and future Therapist. She is currently working as a Peer Support Specialist for a long-term residential treatment center specializing in substance abuse and mental health disorders. Evirs is also a student currently working toward becoming a Substance Abuse Counselor. Her long-term goals are to pursue a second Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and work toward becoming a Licensed Professional Counselor.

Website: blueballoonbooks.com & ballastbooks.com

Instagram: @blue_balloon_books

Facebook: @Blue Balloon Books

LinkedIn: @Ballast Books

Watch Laura's new TEDx Talk: Confessions From The Only One In The Room

PATREON SHOUT OUTS:

Thanks to Kathleen Hahn

Join our Patreon:

Be sure not to miss our weekly full episodes on Tuesdays, Scott Talks on Wednesdays and our brand new series On My Nightstand on Fridays by subscribing to the show wherever you listen to podcasts.

Join our Only One In The Room Facebook Group if you'd like to ask a question of any of our upcoming guests for this series.

Also visit the website www.theonlyonepod.com for the latest from our host Laura Cathcart Robbins like featured articles and more.

We love hearing from you in the comments on iTunes and while you're there don't forget to rate us, subscribe and share the show!

All of us at The Only One In The Room wish you safety and wellness during this challenging time.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott Talks to Dr. Lori Beth Bisbey Feb 01, 2023

Show notes

Scott Slaughter co-host and producer of The Only One In The Room has a short and casual, yet deep conversation with our guest Dr. Lori Beth Bisbey right after the show.

Watch Laura's new TEDx Talk: Confessions From The Only One In The Room

PATREON SHOUT OUTS:

Thanks to Kathleen Hahn

Join our Patreon:

Don't miss our new Friday series On My Nightstand.

Be sure to join our Facebook Group for the most up-to-date info on guests, episodes and more.

You can also DM us on Instagram @theonlyoneintheroom or email us via the website at www.theonlyonepod.com

Also visit the website for the latest from our host Laura Cathcart Robbins like live events, appearances, featured articles and more.

We love hearing from you in the comments on iTunes and while you're there don't forget to rate us, subscribe and share the show!

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Lori Beth Bisbey Is The Only One Talking About Infidelity in Polyamorous Relationships Episode 155 Jan 31, 2023

Show notes

Imagine that people in polyamorous relationships come to you for counseling after they’ve been betrayed by their partners.

Dr. Lori Beth Bisbey, Gender, Sex, and Relationship Diversity therapist, defines cheating as breaking an agreement with your partner, whether it be physical or emotional.

So what would you do if you’d discovered that there was a formula to help people rebuild trust in their relationship after cheating? Would you keep it between you and your clients? Or would you write a book, start a podcast and share your knowledge with the world?

More From Dr. Lori Beth Bisbey:

Visit: drloribethbisbey.com

Listen: A to Z of Sex

Email: loribeth@drloribethbisbey.com

Finding Dr. Lori Beth Bisbey:

Twitter & Instagram: @DrBisbey

TikTok: @loribethuk

Facebook: Lori Beth Bisbey

Youtube: Dr. Lori Beth Bisbey

Watch Laura's new TEDx Talk: Confessions From The Only One In The Room

PATREON SHOUT OUTS:

Thanks to Kathleen Hahn

Join our Patreon:

Join our Only One In The Room Facebook Group if you'd like to ask a question of any of our upcoming guests for this series.

Also visit the website www.theonlyonepod.com for the latest from our host Laura Cathcart Robbins like featured articles and more.

We love hearing from you in the comments on iTunes and while you're there don't forget to rate us, subscribe and share the show!

All of us at The Only One In The Room wish you safety and wellness during this challenging time.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On My Nightstand: Stash, My Life in Hiding - Babies Jan 27, 2023

Show notes

Over the next few weeks, you’ll hear Laura read from her new memoir, Stash My Life in Hiding. Starting at the prologue, Laura has selected several of her favorite pages and passages to share. We hope you enjoy listening to them as much as we do.

Laura Cathcart Robbins is the host of the popular podcast, The Only One In The Room, and author of the forthcoming Atria/Simon & Schuster memoir, STASH (March 7, 2023). She has been active for many years as a speaker and school trustee and is credited for creating The Buckley School’s nationally recognized committee on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice. Her recent articles in Huffpo and The Temper on the subjects of race, recovery, and divorce have garnered her worldwide acclaim. She is a 2022 TEDx Speaker, and LA Moth StorySlam winner. Currently, she sits on the advisory boards of the San Diego Writer’s Festival and the Outliers HQ podcast Festival. Find out more about her on her website, or you can look for her on Facebook, on Instagram, and follow her on Twitter.

Order your copy of Stash here!

Email: cathcartrobbins@gmail.com

Website: theonlyonepod.com

Instagram: @lauracathcartrobbins

TikTok: @mscathcartrobbins

Facebook: @Laura Cathcart Robbins

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PATREON SHOUT OUTS:

Thanks to Kathleen Hahn

Join our Patreon:

Be sure not to miss our weekly full episodes on Tuesdays, Scott Talks on Wednesdays & Sunday Edition every Sunday by subscribing to the show wherever you listen to podcasts.

We love hearing from you in the comments on iTunes and while you're there don't forget to rate us, subscribe and share the show!

All of us at The Only One In The Room wish you safety and wellness during this challenging time.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott Talks to Dr. Carder Stout Jan 25, 2023

Show notes

Scott Slaughter co-host and producer of The Only One In The Room has a short and casual, yet deep conversation with our guest Dr. Carder Stout right after the show.

Watch Laura's new TEDx Talk: Confessions From The Only One In The Room

Special thanks to our sponsors:

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PATREON SHOUT OUTS:

Thanks to Kathleen Hahn

Join our Patreon:

Don't miss our new Friday series On My Nightstand.

Be sure to join our Facebook Group for the most up-to-date info on guests, episodes and more.

You can also DM us on Instagram @theonlyoneintheroom or email us via the website at www.theonlyonepod.com

Also visit the website for the latest from our host Laura Cathcart Robbins like live events, appearances, featured articles and more.

We love hearing from you in the comments on iTunes and while you're there don't forget to rate us, subscribe and share the show!

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Carder Stout Is The Only One Whose Drug Dealer Got Him Sober Episode 154 Jan 24, 2023

Show notes

Imagine that your drug addiction has taken everything from you, your friends, your family, your apartment, and all you’ve got left is your trusty Ford Taurus.

Depth psychologist and author, Dr. Carder Stout, was circling the drain when he received an offer that would not only give him cash in his pocket, but would also give him free drugs.

So what would you do if the job was driving for a well-known drug dealer? Would you decide it was too dangerous and tell him, “no thank you?” Or would you take the job and change your life in the most unexpected way?

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